The following is a list of symptoms in descending order of probability that the person observed is driving while intoxicated. The list is based upon research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Administration:
- Turning With a Wide Radius
- Straddling Center of Lane Marker
- "Appearing to be Drunk"
- Almost Striking Object or Vehicle
- Weaving
- Driving on Other Than Designated Highway
- Swerving
- Speed More Than 10 mph Below Limit
- Stopping Without Cause in Traffic Lane
- Following Too Closely
- Drifting
- Tires on Center or Lane Marker
- Braking Erratically
- Driving into Opposing or Crossing Traffic
- Signalling Inconsistent with Driving Actions
- Slow Response to Traffic Signals
- Stopping Inappropriately (Other Than in Lane)
- Turning Abruptly or Illegally
- Accelerating or Decelerating Rapidly
- Headlights Off
Speeding, incidentally, is not a symptom of DUI; because of quicker judgment and reflexes, it may indicate sobriety.